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Ages 3-6 with caregiver Foster that natural curiosity in your little one by venturing outdoors to ‘spy’ what’s happening at Gibson Woods Nature Preserve. Each session will include story, craft, snack and plenty of outdoor exploration. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED; please call 219-844-3188. $5 per child with caregiver

Free outdoor public program Aren’t we lucky to be in a part of the world where climate and conditions allow us to make pure maple syrup? Come and witness this special time of the year. - Tree Tapping: Learn the magic of nature. Find out what tree sap is, which trees produce the kind of sap to make syrup, and how & when it can be collected. - Sugar Shack: Here, science takes over! This is where sap from the tree becomes pure maple syrup fit for the breakfast table in our wood-fired evaporator. -Deep River Store: Stop in our store, once a nondenominational church built in 1904, to view items that would have been for sale in a general store from the past. Also if you would like to shop, there are lots of souvenirs to choose from. We will be following state, local, and CDC safety guidelines throughout the program. Other program activities may be added. Follow Deep River County Park’s Facebook page for program updates and self-guided tour information

Ages 5 and up Join us as we enjoy a spring evening hike under dark New Moon skies. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED; please call 219-844-3188.

Free outdoor public program Aren’t we lucky to be in a part of the world where climate and conditions allow us to make pure maple syrup? Come and witness this special time of the year. - Tree Tapping: Learn the magic of nature. Find out what tree sap is, which trees produce the kind of sap to make syrup, and how & when it can be collected. - Sugar Shack: Here, science takes over! This is where sap from the tree becomes pure maple syrup fit for the breakfast table in our wood-fired evaporator. -Deep River Store: Stop in our store, once a nondenominational church built in 1904, to view items that would have been for sale in a general store from the past. Also if you would like to shop, there are lots of souvenirs to choose from. We will be following state, local, and CDC safety guidelines throughout the program. Other program activities may be added. Follow Deep River County Park’s Facebook page for program updates and self-guided tour information

All ages. Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day as we hunt for 4-leaf clovers and leprechaun homes in the forest. Please dress for the weather, as trails will be wet this time of year. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED; please call 219-844-3188.

Ages 2-6 with caregiver Discover the natural wonders of the Lake County Parks during a monthly play date. We will meet at a different park each month to see what nature has in store to explore. This month we see what the end of winter has to show us at Deep River's Big Maple Lake area.

Free outdoor public program Aren’t we lucky to be in a part of the world where climate and conditions allow us to make pure maple syrup? Come and witness this special time of the year. - Tree Tapping: Learn the magic of nature. Find out what tree sap is, which trees produce the kind of sap to make syrup, and how & when it can be collected. - Sugar Shack: Here, science takes over! This is where sap from the tree becomes pure maple syrup fit for the breakfast table in our wood-fired evaporator. -Deep River Store: Stop in our store, once a nondenominational church built in 1904, to view items that would have been for sale in a general store from the past. Also if you would like to shop, there are lots of souvenirs to choose from. We will be following state, local, and CDC safety guidelines throughout the program. Other program activities may be added. Follow Deep River County Park’s Facebook page for program updates and self-guided tour information

All ages Celebrate the spring equinox and the ever-lengthening days with a hike at Gibson Woods Nature Preserve. We will look for signs of spring throughout our hike through the preserve. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED; please call 219-844-3188.

Free outdoor public program Aren’t we lucky to be in a part of the world where climate and conditions allow us to make pure maple syrup? Come and witness this special time of the year. - Tree Tapping: Learn the magic of nature. Find out what tree sap is, which trees produce the kind of sap to make syrup, and how & when it can be collected. - Sugar Shack: Here, science takes over! This is where sap from the tree becomes pure maple syrup fit for the breakfast table in our wood-fired evaporator. -Deep River Store: Stop in our store, once a nondenominational church built in 1904, to view items that would have been for sale in a general store from the past. Also if you would like to shop, there are lots of souvenirs to choose from. We will be following state, local, and CDC safety guidelines throughout the program. Other program activities may be added. Follow Deep River County Park’s Facebook page for program updates and self-guided tour information

Nature is full of lots of surprises –maybe even fairies! Participants will build a house in the woods for fairies and nature’s friends to visit. The simple challenge of creating a fairy house gives children a unique activity that encourages them to go outside and connect with the natural world, while nurturing care and respect for the environment. Please dress for the weather. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED; please call 219-844-3188.

All ages Do you know about frogs and toads? Where do you think they live? Join us as we go on a quest for frogs and toads to celebrate the beginning of spring. Please dress for the weather, as trails will be wet this time of year. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED; please call 219-844-3188.

All ages Nature is amazing and there’s so much to learn! Join us each month as we discover something new about nature together! Spring has begun and we'll be on the search for signs of spring in the preserve. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED; please call 219-844-3188.

All ages It’s Friday, it’s spring, it’s time for a hike to see how nature is coming back from its winter slumber! Please dress for the weather. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED; please call 219-844-3188.

Ages 5 and up Spring and the almost full moon are a great combination for an evening walk at Gibson Woods. Please dress for the weather. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED; please call 219-844-3188.

Nature is full of lots of surprises –maybe even fairies! Participants will build a house in the woods for fairies and nature’s friends to visit. The simple challenge of creating a fairy house gives children a unique activity that encourages them to go outside and connect with the natural world, while nurturing care and respect for the environment. Please dress for the weather. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED; please call 219-844-3188.

Nature is full of lots of surprises –maybe even fairies! Participants will build a house in the woods for fairies and nature’s friends to visit. The simple challenge of creating a fairy house gives children a unique activity that encourages them to go outside and connect with the natural world, while nurturing care and respect for the environment. Please dress for the weather. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED; please call 219-844-3188.